Unwrapping the Magic of Guest to New Member Experience

In this engaging session, explore how to craft an inviting first interaction, create a seamless guest experience, and foster a culture that turns visitors into lifelong members. With creative strategies, fun engagement ideas, and a sprinkle of magic, you’ll have the perfect recipe for welcoming and retaining new members!

Amanda Cuda, DTM, is a member of TALKotillo Toastmasters Club, is an award-winning Toastmaster, and the current DCP Chair for District 3. She is also a holistic health coach, essential oils educator, author, and podcaster. With a background in digital marketing, event management, and public relations, Amanda specializes in creating memorable first impressions that turn guests into engaged, long-term members.

Her expertise in guest experience, community-building, and membership retention allows her to blend holistic health principles with strategic communication to craft welcoming, dynamic environments. Amanda is passionate about helping clubs and organizations foster growth, learning, and lasting connections. With a knack for storytelling, creativity, and wellness, Amanda empowers leaders to embrace personal growth and cultivate strong communities. Her presentations are infused with fun, strategy, and a touch of magic, helping clubs unwrap the golden ticket to success.

How to Manifest a Life You Would Love to Live

During this interactive session, you will learn how to articulate and refine a clear and compelling vision for your life that aligns with your deepest desires. Discover effective strategies to identify and conquer the mental barriers that may be holding you back from living your dream life and understand the power of consistent, inspired action.

Jen Drews is a member of Junior League of Phoenix Toastmasters Club and is the visionary founder of Lotus Life Coaching by Jen, a transformative platform dedicated to empowering women to break free from the confines of the corporate world and embrace a life filled with purpose and fulfillment. As a transformational life coach, she specializes in guiding women who are experiencing burnout, helping them discover new pathways to passion and joy.

With esteemed certifications from the Wainwright Global Institute of Coaching, Best Ever You Coaching, and the Brave Thinking Institute, Jen combines her wealth of knowledge and personal insight to support her clients on their journey towards meaningful change. Jen’s compelling approach to life coaching has garnered her the opportunity to speak to diverse audiences, including the Junior League of Phoenix, Live & Learn, Bimbo Bakeries USA, and NextUp Phoenix. Her dynamic presentations inspire and motivate, leaving her audience equipped with practical tools and a renewed sense of purpose.

Your Golden Ticket to Greatness is Within You

What if the key to your next level isn’t something you achieve, but something you uncover within yourself? In this engaging session, you’ll be guided to discover your own “golden ticket”—a unique inner quality that fuels your confidence, clarity, and presence. Walk away feeling grounded, empowered, and connected to the greatness that’s already yours.

Kimberly Yvonne Humphreys, DTM, is a member of East Valley Echoes Toastmasters Club and is a Holistic Inner Peace Alchemist, Self-Love Coach, and author of The Ultimate Self-Love Guide & Journal. With over a decade of experience in holistic emotional healing, Kimberly helps individuals reconnect with their worth, embrace their authenticity, and unlock the power of unconditional self-love. She is also a co-founder of AyurVersity, a nonprofit dedicated to holistic health and sustainable living. Kimberly believes that self-love is not just a practice but the golden ticket to lasting peace, purpose, and personal greatness.

Power Hour – Elevate Your Life with a Powerful Morning Routine

How do some people accomplish more in a day than what most people can do in a week? Let’s talk about having a morning routine! What you do in the first hour after you rise determines your mindset and sets the tone of your day. In this session, we will discuss various strategies for having a solid morning routine that kicks off your day in a powerfully productive manner every single day.

Max Prasad, DTM, is a member of Dobson Ranch Toastmasters Club and is a seasoned Toastmaster, entrepreneur, and productivity expert who’s passionate about personal development and helping others thrive. Since joining Toastmasters in 2016, he’s served in various District leadership roles, mentoring others in communication and leadership.

Max’s journey to peak productivity began with one powerful habit: a consistent morning routine. It transformed his focus, energy, and results—and now he shares that experience to help others do the same. When he’s not speaking or coaching, Max enjoys running, improv, pickleball, and staying active in the gym.

Hands-On Experience!

This interactive session allows participants to explore and embody their club’s culture through game play, offering a fun and effective strategy for team building and cultural alignment. As the creative mind behind the board game, Company Culture – A Game of Workplace Traction not Transaction®, Stephanie incorporates this training tool into her company culture workshops, facilitating fun and powerful experiences in-person or virtually. Join us and set the tone for your club’s identity in an innovative and memorable way.

Stephanie Angelo, AS, is a member of Ahwatukee Toastmasters Club and a Toastmasters International Accredited Speaker (AS). Stephanie is the architect behind Built to Thrive® organizations, where she champions “slaying the villain of culture stagnation.” Her reach extends globally, to conferences and associations across varied sectors in the United States, Canada, and Europe. In August 2023, she was the 92nd recipient of the prestigious Toastmasters International Accredited Speaker designation.

How to Be a Toastmasters Goal-Setter Rock Star

Learn the art of writing down goals, establishing effective timelines, and engaging accountability partners to ensure success. This session is designed to equip you with the strategies needed to achieve your Toastmasters ambitions with precision and support. Randy is a member of Executive Toastmasters Club and is a five-time DTM.

Randy Casarez, DTM, has 14 years of total experience in Toastmasters and has served as club officer, Area Director, Division Director, DTM Chair, DCP Chair, Club Coach Chair, and Impact Even Chair.

Unwrapping the Magic of Guest to New Member Experience

In this engaging session, explore how to craft an inviting first interaction, create a seamless guest experience, and foster a culture that turns visitors into lifelong members. With creative strategies, fun engagement ideas, and a sprinkle of magic, you’ll have the perfect recipe for welcoming and retaining new members!

Amanda Cuda, DTM, is a member of TALKotillo Toastmasters Club, is an award-winning Toastmaster, and the current DCP Chair for Toastmasters District 3. She is also a holistic health coach, essential oils educator, author, and podcaster. With a background in digital marketing, event management, and public relations, Amanda specializes in creating memorable first impressions that turn guests into engaged, long-term members.

Her expertise in guest experience, community building, and membership retention allows her to blend holistic health principles with strategic communication to craft welcoming, dynamic environments. Amanda is passionate about helping clubs and organizations foster growth, learning, and lasting connections. With a knack for storytelling, creativity, and wellness, Amanda empowers leaders to embrace personal growth and cultivate strong communities. Her presentations are infused with fun, strategy, and a touch of magic, helping clubs unwrap the golden ticket to success.

How to Manifest a Life You Would Love to Live

During this interactive session, you will learn how to articulate and refine a clear and compelling vision for your life that aligns with your deepest desires. Discover effective strategies to identify and conquer the mental barriers that may be holding you back from living your dream life and understand the power of consistent, inspired action.

Jen Drews is a member of Junior League of Phoenix Toastmasters Club and is the visionary founder of Lotus Life Coaching by Jen, a transformative platform dedicated to empowering women to break free from the confines of the corporate world and embrace a life filled with purpose and fulfillment. As a transformational life coach, she specializes in guiding women who are experiencing burnout, helping them discover new pathways to passion and joy.

With esteemed certifications from the Wainwright Global Institute of Coaching, Best Ever You Coaching, and the Brave Thinking Institute, Jen combines her wealth of knowledge and personal insight to support her clients on their journey towards meaningful change. Jen’s compelling approach to life coaching has garnered her the opportunity to speak to diverse audiences, including the Junior League of Phoenix, Live & Learn, Bimbo Bakeries USA, and NextUp Phoenix. Her dynamic presentations inspire and motivate, leaving her audience equipped with practical tools and a renewed sense of purpose.

Discover the Power of Storytelling & the Magic It Adds to Your Communication

Explore why storytelling works, how to identify “gems” for creating your stories, and the connection stories make in communicating with your audience. We will discuss the components of a story and aspects of presentation outlined in Pathways “Connect with Storytelling.” You will take away story ideas and Table Topics questions to use back at your club from this illuminating session!

Nancy K. Duckett, DTM, is a member of East Valley Echoes Toastmasters Club and Mel-on Toastmasters Club. As a Toastmaster for over 18 years and retired from 30-plus years in corporate marketing, Nancy’s goal has been lifelong learning and service to her clubs in club officer roles and District roles from Area Director, Club Extension Chair to District Public Relations Manager. She received the honor of being named District Toastmaster of the Year in 2020-2021. What excites Nancy are the relationships with new and longtime Toastmasters from Phoenix, Tucson and beyond; what technology has done for communication; and the ongoing discoveries at her club that trigger creativity.

Your Golden Ticket to Greatness is Within You

What if the key to your next level isn’t something you achieve, but something you uncover within yourself? In this engaging session, you’ll be guided to discover your own “golden ticket”—a unique inner quality that fuels your confidence, clarity, and presence. Walk away feeling grounded, empowered, and connected to the greatness that’s already yours.

Kimberly Yvonne Humphreys, DTM, is a member of East Valley Echoes Toastmasters Club and is a Holistic Inner Peace Alchemist, Self-Love Coach, and author of The Ultimate Self-Love Guide & Journal. With over a decade of experience in holistic emotional healing, Kimberly helps individuals reconnect with their worth, embrace their authenticity, and unlock the power of unconditional self-love. She is also a co-founder of AyurVersity, a nonprofit dedicated to holistic health and sustainable living. Kimberly believes that self-love is not just a practice but the golden ticket to lasting peace, purpose, and personal greatness.

Elevate Your Speaking to the Pro-Level

Transform your speaking skills in this compelling session. Discover three unconventional strategies to master the art of impactful communication. Learn how to craft concise messages that resonate, transform vulnerabilities into unique strengths, and expertly manage audience energy. Join us to unlock your potential and ascend to professional speaking excellence!

Seven years ago, Serban Mare nervously stepped into his first Toastmasters meeting, struggling to speak even a single sentence in front of the audience. Today, he is a member of CHATS Toastmasters Club and is a professional speaker who confidently takes the stage at corporate events and conferences, specializing in helping professionals effectively manage stress and overcome burnout.

With authenticity and warmth, Serban shares actionable strategies to move from burning out to burning bright, guiding individuals and organizations toward increased resilience, energy, and joy. Serban’s powerful personal journey—from fear to freedom in public speaking—inspires audiences everywhere, reminding them that transformative change is possible for everyone.

Igniting Artistry In the Spoken Word

In this interactive session, participants will craft and share their own captivating stories, honing the art of expressive storytelling with wildly imaginative topics. Join me for a fun, hands-on experience where words become masterpieces, and every story has the power to inspire! Take the excitement back to your clubs and watch your storytelling skills—and your speeches—reach new heights!

Hannellie Mendoza, DTM, is a founding member and current VP of Public Relations of Competitive Speakers of Phoenix Toastmasters. Hannellie is an experienced finance professional with over 25 years practicing in the technology, education, legal, retail and distribution industries. Currently, she is the DTM Chair 2024-2025 for District 3 and is excited to work with D3 members on their journey towards their Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) awards.

Hannellie has been a Toastmaster since 2012, embracing the leadership opportunities offered by the District while fostering meaningful connections and friendships with fellow Toastmasters and remaining dedicated to continuously refining her public speaking skills.

Power Hour – Elevate Your Life with a Powerful Morning Routine

How do some people accomplish more in a day than what most people can do in a week? Let’s talk about having a morning routine! What you do in the first hour after you rise determines your mindset and sets the tone of your day. In this session, we will discuss various strategies for having a solid morning routine that kicks off your day in a powerfully productive manner every single day.

Max Prasad, DTM, is a member of Dobson Ranch Toastmasters Club and is a seasoned Toastmaster, entrepreneur, and productivity expert who’s passionate about personal development and helping others thrive. Since joining Toastmasters in 2016, he’s served in various District leadership roles, mentoring others in communication and leadership.

Max’s journey to peak productivity began with one powerful habit: a consistent morning routine. It transformed his focus, energy, and results—and now he shares that experience to help others do the same. When he’s not speaking or coaching, Max enjoys running, improv, pickleball, and staying active in the gym.

The Box Is Gone

Step into a world of limitless possibilities in this dynamic session. You will be challenged to think creatively in a hypothetical scenario where Toastmasters International no longer exists. Engage in generating innovative strategies to publicize your club, attract new members, and enhance retention. Join us to redefine the future of club growth and community engagement.

Jim Sultan, DTM, is a member of Queen Creek Toastmasters Club and the 2024 District Contest Evaluation winner. Jim has been a Toastmasters member for 20 years, but has managed to cram a lifetime of experiences into that short time. Jim became fully engaged in the Toastmasters program early on and has served in many club and District roles, including his term as District 2 Governor in 2009-2010.

From 2011-2013, Jim represented our worldwide membership on the International Board of Directors where he had the opportunity of addressing thousands of members worldwide, inspiring many to join the organization and building several new clubs. Jim was also instrumental in implementing the Triple Crown Award as a formal Toastmasters program in 2013.